Personal Finance: Basic Instruments, Taxation Strategies, & Unique Opportunities.

The authors provide a simple primer for hand surgeons to further educate themselves on the basics of investing, tax reduction strategies that are completely legal, insurance protection, especially in your formative years, and unusual options available for further consideration. There are many ways for further education including publications related to finance, investment clubs of like-minded individuals, mentors that have extensive experience in these areas, and formal courses sponsored by business schools or other venues. The opportunities and regulatory environment are ever-changing, so one needs to constantly keep up with taxation rules and newer investment options.